Wherever she goes, Yova enjoys seeing old friends and making new ones as she pursues her love of music—an interest that started with childhood piano lessons and continued through her years as a music teacher. “I see familiar faces at musical programs because we are attracted to the same subjects,” Yova says, adding that she has also attended programs with women she has met through Elderhostel.

A donor to the Elderhostel Annual Fund since 1985, Yova has also included a bequest to Elderhostel in her estate plans. “I’m an educator and believe in education,” she says. “Elderhostel is a fantastic program for adult education, so, of course, I support that cause.”

Friendship and learning continue to draw Yova to Elderhostel, with music serving as a vehicle for exploration. “Visiting Minneapolis and Houston enabled me to enjoy fine music programs, and at the same time to explore new cities and their art museums,” Yova notes. “And, I heard The Philadelphia Orchestra in their splendid new performing arts center. With Elderhostel, I’m always learning.”

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